3 day CANVA training!

03.06.23

The 3-day Canva training took place from 30th May to 1st of June 2023 at Aurora Foundation. The training was facilitated by Kharifa Abdulai Kumara and his team from DreamDay Technology. The main objective of the training was to provide participants with the necessary skills to create various designs for their websites, blogs, and social media platforms using the popular graphic design software, Canva.

With a total of 21 participants, the training focused on teaching the attendees how to utilize Canva effectively. They learned the fundamentals of design, explored different templates and layouts available in Canva, and gained hands-on experience in creating visually appealing graphics and designs. The training equipped the participants with practical skills to enhance the visual appeal of their online platforms, enabling them to create engaging content and effectively communicate their brand message to their target audience. All trainees were awarded a certificate from the Aurora Impact Team. 

We thank Kharifa and his team dearly for their time and effort and look forward to the next one!

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